Program Overview

Introduction to the MBA Finance and Accounting Program

The field of accounting and finance is constantly evolving, with ongoing innovations and evolving practices required to address global and local challenges. To succeed in this demanding industry, professionals require a solid knowledge base, intellectual imagination, integrity, and up-to-date methods.

Program Overview

The 100% online MBA Finance and Accounting program is designed to enhance existing expertise and improve skills in accounting and finance, preparing students for a successful career. This program combines an in-depth understanding of fundamental accounting and finance topics with specialist knowledge and practical experience.

Program Objectives

The MBA Finance and Accounting program is carefully crafted to enhance employability and prepare students for senior management roles, including senior financial accountant, finance manager, director, managing director, and chief executive officer (CEO). Students will benefit from established strong industry connections worldwide and feature regular guest lectures by experts from all over the world to enhance their learning experience.

Study Flexibility

The MBA with Finance and Accounting program is fully online and can be accessed from anywhere in the world, without the need to physically attend campus. It is specifically designed to cater to busy professionals, offering the freedom and flexibility to pursue academic goals without compromising work or family commitments. Students can study at their own pace while continuing in their current job and apply what they learn immediately.

Program Modules

The program consists of the following modules:

• Organisational Leadership (MBA): Explore the foundational concepts and models of leadership, including transformational, inspirational, and charismatic leadership.
• Change Management in Practice: Develop critical insights into the process of change management and explore the models of change management.
• Data Analytics and Decision-Making (MBA): Explore the sources of data and how data is collected, processed, and presented, and then consider how this is used within informed decision-making processes.
• Business Strategy in Practice: Incorporate strategic concepts, tools, and techniques that organisations can employ to assess their environment and resources and make strategic decisions towards long-term success.
• Project Management in Practice: Evaluate and apply project management theories, tools, and techniques to design a project management approach based on a case study.
• Accounting for Managers (MBA): Develop a critical understanding of essential management accounting and finance topics within a business environment.
• Advanced Management Accounting: Learn management accounting techniques and their role in shaping short—and long-term decisions, analysis, planning, and control.
• International Financial Reporting: Deepen and broaden the ability to prepare, analyse, and critically interpret financial statements.
• Corporate Financial Management: Gain an in-depth understanding of the key concepts and principles of modern finance and financial management.
• Research Methods for Management (MBA): Gain the knowledge and skills required to carry out a project at master's level successfully.
• Independent Enquiry Project (Master of Business Administration): Build upon program modules to develop and apply the skills of research and independent inquiry to a self-selected project.

Admission Requirements

• A recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) from an accredited college, institution or university, equivalent to or higher than a UK Bachelor Honours degree qualification plus one year's work experience involving managerial responsibilities.
• Alternatively, applicants who do not hold a recognised degree but can demonstrate at least two years of relevant work experience – professional, managerial or supervisory role – may be considered.

English Language Requirements

If English isn't the first language, evidence of English language ability is required. This can be demonstrated through:

• Being a national of a UKVI listed English-speaking country.
• Having a degree taught and assessed in English and completed within the last five years.
• Achieving specific scores in English language proficiency tests such as IELTS, Pearson PTE, Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English, TOEFL iBT, Trinity Integrated Skills in English, or having specific grades in English language exams like IGCSE or O-Level.

Tuition Fees

The total fees for the program are £8,500, with the option to pay per module at £708.33 each.

Program Duration

The program duration is 24 months.

Conclusion

The MBA Finance and Accounting program at Queen Margaret University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting and finance, enhancing their skills and knowledge to succeed in senior management roles. With its flexible online structure, the program is ideal for busy professionals looking to advance their careers without interrupting their work or personal life.